Analytical Chemist - Sports Anti-Doping

Performs analytical chemistry testing using advanced laboratory techniques to support anti-doping and regulatory testing services.

Company Description

LGC ASSURE Sports & Specialised Analytical Services is an internationally recognised world-class testing laboratory that specialises in banned substance and anti-doping testing. We operate in 3 key categories: Animal sports medication and doping control, Human drug testing, and Supplement testing and product certification.

Job Description

Do you seek to make an impact in the world of analytical chemistry? We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, proactive Analytical Chemist to join our Sports Anti-Doping team!

Based in Fordham, Cambridgeshire  you will be part of our team, you will engage in innovative high-quality analytical chemistry service to leading national and international animal sports regulatory organisations, including horseracing, greyhound racing and veterinary pre-purchase schemes.

This includes:

• Performing extraction techniques – Solid phase extraction, liquid/liquid and automated liquid handling.

• Using high-spec analytical instrumentation for chromatography and mass spectrometry – GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS and HRAM.

• Data analysis and review using TraceFinder and MassHunter applications.

• Strictly adhering to protocols within an ISO17025 accredited laboratory.

• Attendance at regulatory positive case hearings may be an occasional requirement.

• We’re looking for a teammate who works flexibly, shows initiative, and brings forward new ideas.  You’re hardworking with a positive attitude, manage your time efficiently, and ensure tasks are completed on schedule and to a high standard. 

This role is well suited to a recent graduate or someone in their first or second industry role, with training and support provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BSc in Chemistry-related discipline (or equivalent experience) – graduates are welcome to apply.

• Experience with LC-MS and GC-MS techniques is desirable.

• Experience with high-resolution accurate mass (HRAM) is desirable.

• Familiarity with ISO 17025/GLP standards is desirable.

• Experience of working in an analytical laboratory would be advantageous

Additional Information

1. Passion: Pride in our achievements engenders passion for our work and it translates into our ambition to make the world a safer place.

2. Curiosity: We constantly look forward to what's next: our curiosity for today's discoveries makes tomorrow's innovations possible.

3. Integrity: A commitment to high ethical standards has been at the heart of LGC since we started testing the integrity of products in 1842.

4. Brilliance: We strive to be the very best in everything we say and do. We exceed customers' expectations through innovation and pioneering science.

5. Respect: We respect gender, age, nationality, religion and individuality – our diversity is our strength.

We deliver world-class solutions and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive and achieve their full potential!

Equal opportunities

We are committed to ensuring that every job applicant and employee is valued for their individual talents. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental status, religion, or belief.

We proudly support an inclusive work environment where everyone can compete and succeed based on their merits.